Bigwan
Bigwan is a village located in Rath tehsil of Hamirpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rath (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Hamirpur. As per 2009 stats, Linga is the gram panchayat of Bigwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Bigwan unique in its vibrant Rath-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Bigwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bigwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bigwan is 153840. The village spans a total geographical area of 428.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 210431. Rath is nearest town to Bigwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Bigwan
Population of Bigwan
According to the 2011 Census, Bigwan has a total population of about 516, with approximately 273 males and 243 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 178 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.53%, with male literacy at about 77.29% and female literacy near 50.21%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bigwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 273 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 333 | 211 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 62 | 121 |
Connectivity of Bigwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bigwan. As per the 2011 stats, Bigwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bigwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bigwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bigwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bigwan
- Where is Bigwan located?
- Bigwan village is situated in Rath Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bigwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bigwan is Linga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bigwan?
- The pincode of Bigwan is 210431, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bigwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bigwan is 516, with 273 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Bigwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bigwan village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bigwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bigwan is 64.53%. The male literacy rate is 77.29%, while the female literacy rate is 50.21%.